New Hampshire Bed and Breakfasts

New Hampshire is a beautiful state with a lot to offer, including some of the most unique bed and breakfasts in the country. Whether you're going for a romantic getaway for two or a peaceful retreat for one, the White Mountains and Merrimack Valley regions in New Hampshire are sure to have a bed and breakfast that's perfect for you. Listed below are bed and breakfasts available in these two regions.

1. The Inn on Golden Pond - Holderness, NH. This bed and breakfast is a country style home that was built in 1879. It was the setting for the film, On Golden Pond, and is located near Squam Lake. This B&B offers eight guestrooms, all with the convenience of a private bath. The sitting room is a perfect place to relax, but if you're feeling energetic, the Inn is nearby to a variety of water activities, as well as hiking and golf. You can visit the Inn's website at www.innongoldenpond.com or call them at 603-968-7269 for more information.

2. Inn at Ellis River - Jackson, NH. This beautiful, country style bed and breakfast overlooks the Ellis River. A stay here would put you within minutes to shopping, golfing, skiing, auto shows, and water slides. This B&B offers many packages, including an anniversary special. There are twenty rooms, all with private baths, some with Jacuzzis. A game room, sauna, and outdoor heated pool are just some of the perks this B&B offers. Their website is www.innatellisriver.com or you can call 800-233-8309 for details.

3. Jefferson Inn - Jefferson, NH. This B&B offers beautiful views of mountains where you can watch the sun set on their wraparound porch. Outside the Inn is a swimming pond with a floating dock, an outdoor ice skating rink with warming hut. Theatres, amusement parks, restaurants, and antique shops are all convenient to the B&B. You can get more information by calling them at 800-729-7908.

4. The Beal House Inn and Restaurant - Littleton, NH. This colonial inn was built in 1833. They offer five guestrooms, all with private baths. A stay here will put you nearby to hiking, boating, fishing, golfing, and tennis. Some of the area attractions include the Robert Frost Museum and the Weathervane Theatre. You can visit the Inn's website at www.bealhousein.com or call 888-616-2325.

5. Lake View Cottage Bed and Breakfast - Silver Lake, NH. This Victorian bed and breakfast is located in the quaint town of Madison on Silver Lake. Romantic getaways are their specialty with candlelight breakfasts and Jacuzzis available in some rooms. Some of the fun activities you can enjoy will include swimming, boating, snowmobiling, biking, fishing, and more. For more information, you can call them at 606-367-9182.

6. 1979 House Bed and Breakfast - Deering, NH. This B&B is also known as 'Bartlett Farm.' They offer thirteen rooms and twenty-three acres of fields and woods. Hiking, cross country skiing, biking, and horseback riding are just some of the fun things offered. Lakes are nearby also for those who'd like to swim. This B&B can be reached at 603-529-6598.

The rates for a room at a Bed and Breakfast can range from $75 to $300 per night, depending on the room and the time of year. A stay at one of these wonderful retreats would surely create wonderful memories and be worth the price.